Following Jesus was never meant to stay comfortable. In Luke 9, Jesus moves His disciples from simply walking with Him to joining Him in His mission. This message explores what it means to step into the calling of God, trust Him when you feel inadequate, and take the next step of faith even when you don’t have all the answers. Through the sending of the disciples, Herod’s opposition, and the feeding of the 5,000, we see that Jesus doesn’t just invite us to know Him. He calls us to live boldly for Him. Whether you feel ready or not, God can use ordinary people to make an eternal difference.

• Jesus turns the privilege of knowing Him into the calling of following Him
• God often places needs right in front of us and asks us to trust Him anyway
• Faith grows when we take the next step before we see the full picture

Key Scriptures:
Luke 9:1-17
Luke 24:45-48
Acts 1:8

What is God putting right in front of you today? Don’t let fear, insecurity, or comfort keep you from the calling He has for your life. Trust Him with your next step, and share this message with someone who needs encouragement to follow Jesus more boldly.

Bayou City Fellowship Spring Branch Campus | Keith Bower | May 24, 2026
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